1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 314 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Camaro | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
